| Ilo Mae Severs
03/05/05
Ilo Mae Severs, 82, of Dumont, Iowa, passed away February 27, 2005, at
the Hampton Health Care Center, Hampton, Iowa. Ilo Mae was born on July
31, 1922, in Oelwein, Iowa, to Laurentious Harvey and Wilhelmena (Hoeger)
Cooley. She graduated from Randalia High School in Randalia, Iowa. She
was married to Lester Severs on February 1, 1941, in Randalia, Iowa. She
worked as a supply clerk for a research lab in Ames, Iowa, retiring in
1983. She was also a homemaker. Ilo was a member of the Dumont Reformed
Church in Dumont, Iowa. She enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping,
crocheting and making afghans for her family. She is survived by her
husband Lester Severs of Dumont; three daughters: Dorothy and husband Al
Balvanz of Fairbank, Dee Harp of Waverly and Judy and husband Don
Henning of Phoenix, Arizona; two sons: Stan and wife Sharlene Severs of
Ames and John and wife Patty Severs of Dumont; brother George Cooley of
Waterloo; eighteen grandchildren; forty-seven great grandchildren, and
two great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents,
three brothers Lloyd, Earl, and Kenneth Cooley. Funeral services will be
held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 3, 2005 at the Dumont Reformed
Church with Rev. Bob Scholten officiating. Special music will be
provided by organist, Jim Siebrands accom-panying the soloist, Michael
Tweedt. Pallbearers will be Jeff Harp, Rob Meister, Mark Severs, Steven
Severs, David Ciavarelli and Chuck Henning. Honorary pallbearers will be
Daniel Severs and Jeff Balvanz. Final resting place is in the Lynwood
Cemetery, Clarksville Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements.
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| Lori Jean Christensen
03/05/05
Funeral services for Lori Jean Christensen, 41, of Marble Rock, were
held Tuesday, March 1, 2005, at the United Methodist Church in Marble
Rock with Pastor Kenneth Kent officiating. Burial was in the Hillside
Cemetery in Marble Rock. Lori Jean Hinrichsen was born January 8, 1964,
at the Cedar Valley Hospital in Charles City, a daughter of Mervin Lloyd
and Alma Jean (Smith) Hinrichsen, and died Friday, February 25, 2005, at
the Salsbury Baptist Home in Charles City. She received her education at
the Rudd Rockford and Marble Rock Public Schools graduating in 1982.
During High School she sang in the choir and later in life developed a
love for county music. Three of her favorite artists were George Strait,
Steve Warner, and Reba. Other interests included reading paperback
novels, writing poetry, and collecting Dolls by Precious Moments. She
was confirmed as a member of the United Methodist Church in Marble Rock
with special credit being given to Francis Swant, a member, who greatly
impacted Lori’s life. In the late 1980’s Lori started to develop a
devastating illness known as Progressive Familial Atazia Demensia
Syndrome. She was united in marriage to Russell Christensen in June 1990
at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Greene. Their union was blessed with the
birth of one daughter. Lori’s condition began to deteriorate and
eventually left her unable to care for herself. Lori was admitted to the
Salsbury Baptist Home where she remained until her death. During her
stay a faithful friend, Fran Schmitt, took the time to brighten Lori’s
life by writing weekly letters of encouragement. Lori will be sadly
missed by her Daughter Rachel and her father Russell Christensen both of
Lake City, her Parents, Mervin & Alma Jean (Smith) Hinrichsen of Marble
Rock; her Sister, Judy (Larry) Staudt of Marble Rock, and Dennis
Hinrichsen of Mason City. She is also survived by four aunts: Opal
Ackley of Marble Rock, Shirley Herman of Greene, Lyla Truex of Mason
City, and Norma (Gene) Ewald of Marble Rock, and many Cousins. Those
planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Lori Jean
Christensen Memorial Fund in care of the family, 2391 Jersey Ave, Marble
Rock, Iowa 50653.
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| George Charles Henning
03/05/05
George Charles Henning, age 90, of Waterloo and formerly of Clarksville,
Iowa, was born July 21, 1914, the son of Charles and Katie Dose Henning
near Greene in Butler County, Iowa. He received his education in a
country school near his home. George was united in marriage with Elvera
Griner on December 13, 1936 in her parents’ home near Dumont, Iowa. The
couple farmed for several years in Bremer and Butler Counties. In 1948,
they moved west of Clarksville where they stayed until 1963. At that
time, they moved ½ mile north of Clarksville where they lived until they
retired from farming in 1981. They moved to town in 1991. George entered
Country View Nursing Home in 1998. George truly loved to farm and it was
his whole life’s work. He loved anything to do with horses, especially
the days when he farmed with them. He enjoyed attending events that
involved horses such as shows, Cattle Congress and rodeos. George is a
member of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarksville. He especially
loved the time spent with the grandchildren. George died Saturday,
February 19, 2005, at Country View Nursing Home in Waterloo, Iowa, of
natural causes. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Elvera
Henning on June 13, 2001; his parents; a great-grandson, Michael Darrah;
and five brothers, John, Andrew, Adolph, Charles and Rudolph Henning. He
is survived by two daughters, Ruth (Bill) Busching, Waverly, Iowa and
Frances (Ron) Dempsey, Norwalk, Iowa; four grandchildren; nine
great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold (Margaret) Henning, Shell
Rock, Iowa and Bill (Jean) Henning, Waverly, Iowa; four sisters, Alice
(Lavern) Lundberg, Waverly, Iowa; Jennie Henning, Waverly, Iowa; Ann
George, Cedar Falls, Iowa and Elizabeth (Joe) Wedeking, Clarksville,
Iowa and one sister-in-law, Alice Henning, Clarksville, Iowa. Funeral
Services: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at Redman-Schwartz
Funeral Home, with private family burial prior to service in Lynwood
Cemetery, both in Clarksville, Iowa Officiating was Pastor Tony Nester
of Trinity United Methodist Church, Waverly, Iowa. Special music was
recorded hymns by Bill Henning. They were “The Lord’s Prayer”, “How
Great Thou Art” and “Just a Closer Walk with Thee”. Casketbearers were
Susan Darrah and Kevin Tjebkes; Janelle and Dan Lahr; Denise McCurnin
and Andy Lahr; and Rod and Karen Dempsey. Honorary Casketbearers were
Billy Lahr, Katy Lahr, Kiersten Darrah, Lauren Darrah, Katie McCurnin,
Robby McCurnin, Emma Dempsey and Rhett Dempsey. Memorials may be
directed to the family. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Clarksville, was
in charge of arrangements.
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| Richard “Dick” Franklin Waugh
03/05/05
Richard “Dick” Franklin Waugh, age 86, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born
the son of Mark G. and Hazel Barnes Waugh on July 10, 1918, Waterloo,
Iowa. He received his education and graduated from the Clarksville High
School in 1935. Dick continued his education for a year at Luther
College in Decorah, Iowa and for a year at the University of Iowa in
Iowa City, Iowa. On December 16, 1939, Dick was united in marriage with
Noma Sinram at the Presbyterian Church in Waterloo, Iowa. They built
their first home in Clarksville where they lived their entire married
life. Dick worked for his father at Waugh-Tackman Construction. Dick
enlisted in the United States Army in 1944. He served in Europe during
WWII and was honorably discharged in 1946. Dick owned and operated the
Standard Station in Clarksville for 25 years until he retired. Dick was
a member of the Community United Methodist Church in Clarksville, and in
the past served on the church board and was church treasurer. He was
active in the community and served on the City Council, the Butler
County Election Board and was a volunteer Fire Fighter. Dick was a
lifetime member of American Legion and the AMVETS both in Clarksville.
He also was a former Mason. Dick spent many years making model train
layouts by hand. He enjoyed woodworking, especially making furniture for
his grandchildren. Dick liked traveling with Noma out east to visit
their son while he was in the Navy. Later for their 50th anniversary
they took a trip on Amtrak to Washington and Oregon, which they enjoyed
immensely. Dick died on Monday, February 21, 2005, at the Community
Nursing Home in Clarksville, of natural causes. He was preceded in death
by his parents, Mark and Hazel Waugh; and two sisters, Mary Draves and
one in infancy. Dick is survived by his wife of 64 years, Noma Waugh of
Clarksville; one son, Mark R. (Darlene) Waugh of Granville, Ohio; one
daughter, Susan (Ron) Paulsen of Waverly, Iowa; six grandchildren, Jane
(Jim) Reynolds, John (Jeni) Paulsen, Teri Waugh, Michelle (Steve)
Waugh-Brinkley, Natalie Waugh and Ashley Waugh; seven great
grandchildren, Ben, John, Michael, William, Katelyn, Conner and
Isabella; and one brother-in-law, Emil Draves of Webster City, Iowa.
Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 25, 2005 at
Community United Methodist Church in Clarksville, Iowa with Rev. Ann
Donat officiating. Organist Lola Clark accompanied congregational hymns
“Rock of Ages” and “In the Garden”. Casketbearers were Jane Reynolds,
John Paulsen, Teri Waugh, Natalie Waugh, Michelle Waugh-Brinkley and
Ashley Waugh. Burial was in Lynwood Cemetery Clarksville, Iowa with Full
Military Rites by Clarksville AMVETs Post #30. Memorials to the family.
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Clarksville, was in charge of
arrangements.
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| Jeanette Burrows
03/03/05
Funeral services for Jeanette Burrows, age 91, of Parkersburg, are
pending at Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg. Jeanette died
Saturday afternoon at Allison Health Care Center, in Allison of natural
causes. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg is in charge of
arrangements.
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| James
Frederick Atkinson
03/03/05
James
Frederick Atkinson, the son of Herbert and Julia (Whitney) Atkinson, was
born March 15, 1919, at the family farm in Sheffield. He was baptized
and confirmed in the First United Methodist Church in Sheffield where he
remained a member his entire life. Jim grew up on the family farm south
of Sheffield with his sisters, Margaret and Elizabeth, and brother
Clifford. He graduated from Sheffield High School in 1937. After
graduation, he began farming with his father. On February 12, 1946, he
was united in marriage to Roberta Jean Radtke at the Methodist parsonage
in Sheffield. They lived on the family farm south of Sheffield, and
raised their five children. In 1974, he retired and in 1982 they moved
to their present home in Sheffield. Jim was a member of the Pearl Lodge
#426. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. He enjoyed golf and
playing cards. He is survived by his wife, Roberta Atkinson, Sheffield;
his children Jean (Karl) Wiley of Wayne, Michigan, Pam Schelldorf of
McKinney, Texas, Jim (Deb) Atkinson of Sheffield, Bob (Sheila) Atkinson
of Bristow, and Lisa (Kevin) Hoefer of Manchester; one twin sister,
Betty Rohn of Mankato, Minnesota; ten grandchildren: Jani Breu, Jeremy
Atkinson, Nathan Atkinson, Derek Schelldorf, Kyle Atkinson, Brett
Schelldorf, Joy Vitiritto, Stephanie Atkinson, Lauren Hoefer, Ethan
Hoefer, and five great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his
parents, Herbert and Julia (Whitney) Atkinson, sister, Margaret Hughes,
brother and sister-in-law, Clifford and Phyllis Atkinson, and
brother-in-law, Frederick Rohn; two infant grandsons, Andrew James
Atkinson and Dylan Anthony Hoefer, and one great grandson, Nicholas
Andrew Atkinson. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday,
February 24, 2005 at the First United Methodist Church in Sheffield,
Iowa. with Rev. R. Karl Watkins officiating. Special music was by
organist, Ruth Skeries accompanying soloist, Connie Yelland singing “On
Eagles Wings”. Greeters were Barb Baxter and Juanita Blood. Pallbearers
were Jani Breu, Jeremy Atkinson, Nathan Atkinson, Derek Schelldorf, Kyle
Atkinson and Brett Schelldorf. Honorary pallbearers were Joy Vitiritto
and Stefanie Atkinson. Final resting place was in the Hillside Cemetery
in Sheffield, Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements.
Posted on 03/07/2005 by
Gene Manning
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| Jeanette Burrows
03/14/05
Jeanette Burrows, age 91, of the Allison Care Center in Allison, Iowa,
was born on the family farm in Tama County, Iowa, on October 21, 1913,
the daughter of George and Laura (Morris) McNamee of Dysart, Iowa. She
was the ninth child of that family of thirteen children. She attended
rural school and Dysart High School. Jeanette McNamee was united in
marriage with C.D. (Beany) Burrows on September 16, 1933, at the Little
Brown Church at Nashua, Iowa. They farmed in Geneseo Township near the
Dysart area until 1954. They moved to their farm near New Hartford where
they were dairy farmers until retiring in 1975. Jeanette participated in
the farming and dairying on a daily basis. She raised chickens and
always had a large garden. She enjoyed her family and grandchildren.
Most members of the family had favorite “dishes” baked by Jeanette. The
all-time favorite was her rolled sugar cookies. There were always sugar
cookies at her home. Grandchildren are currently vying for the ability
to bake the cookies “Most like Grandma’s.” After retirement, Jeanette
and Beany enjoyed playing the banjo and violin in Blue Grass groups.
They traveled to Blue Grass events in the Midwest and entertained
locally. Retirement also gave them more time to visit in their
children’s homes. Participation in the farming and fishing in the pond
were highlights. Following Beany’s death, Jeanette moved to Parkersburg
in 1978. She was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. She moved to
the Allison Care Center in February of 1993. Jeanette passed away at the
Allison Care Center on Saturday, February 26, 2005, at the age of 91
from natural causes. She is preceded in death by: her husband, Clarence
(Beany) in 1977; four brothers, Gilson, Namon, David and Tommy; eight
sisters, Ercell Bahr, Ruth Krug, Mary Jane Krug, Helen Coates, Theone
Magill, Viola Burrows, Iola Whitmore and Lorena Buchanan. Jeanette is
survived by: three sons, James of Waterloo, Larry (Wanda) of Sumner,
Dale (Mary Beth) of Leonard, Texas; three daughters, Donna (Paul)
Lindeman of Dysart, Mary (Ken) Oldenburger of Parkersburg, Cheryl
(Steve) Hosper of Melbourne; sixteen grandchildren, twenty great
grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Emma Burrows of LaPorte City; Vera
Burrows of Jesup and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held
at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 1, 2005, at the Calvary Baptist Church in
Parkersburg, Iowa with Rev. Anthony Bradseth officiating. Organist was
Renise Aswegan. Congregational Hymns were “How Great Thou Art,” “Amazing
Grace” and “God Be With You ‘til We Meet Again”. Casket Escorts were
Jeanette’s grandchildren Timm Lindeman, Jeffery Burrows, Wendy Gerloff,
Rick Burrows, Steven Burrows, Jill Newton Robert Burrows, Paige
Somerville, Heidi Mittag, Heather Freeman, Debra Lechner, Chad
Oldenburger, Breck Oldenburger, Derrick Rogers, Dustin Rogers and
Jessica Hosper. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery, New Hartford, Iowa.
Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Parkersburg, was in charge of
arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.
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| Laura E. Reents
03/14/05
Laura
E. Reents, 93, of Allison, Iowa, passed away March 6, 2005, at the
Allison Health Care Center in Allison, Iowa. Laura was born March 23,
1911 in Salem, Oregon, to Frank and Ella (Huebsch) Kapphahn. She
attended schools in South Dakota. Laura was married to William R. Reents
on November 7, 1934, in Waterloo, Iowa. She was a homemaker. Laura was a
member of the United Church of Christ in Allison. Laura enjoyed reading,
listening to music and loved her flowers, gardening and canning. She is
survived by her niece Thea & husband Ed Johnson of Clarksville and
several nieces and nephews of South Dakota. Laura was preceded in death
by her parents, husband, three sisters and six brothers. Funeral
services were held at the Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison on
Tuesday, March 8, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Ralph Wedeking
officiating. Pallbearers were Jay Green, Kurt Green, Ted Ferch, Rhiannan
Ferch, Ed Johnson and Terry Wiegmann. Final resting place was in the
Allison Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in charge of
arrangements.
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| Blanche L. Mather Crooks
03/14/05
Funeral services for Blanche L. Mather Crooks, 90, formerly of 702
Riverview Drive, Greene, will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2005, at
the United Methodist Church, Greene with Pastor Ashok Patet officiating,
with burial in the Rose Hill Cemetery, Greene. Visitation will be 4:00
p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2005, at Reid’s Funeral Chapel, 519
North First Street, Greene. Visitation will continue at the church one
hour before services. Blanche Louise Beguelin was born May 27, 1914 at
Clayton, MO, a daughter of Alfred E. And Emma L. (Mange) Beguelin, and
died Friday, March 4, 2005, at the Liebe Care Center in Greene where she
had been a resident since August 1994. She was raised on a farm South
West of Greene, and attended Bennezette Township School No. 6, and
graduated from the Greene High School in 1932. She attended normal
training classes and taught country school for several years. On May 27,
1935, she was united in marriage to Eldred Charles Mather at the home of
her parents. They farmed together in the Marble Rock and Greene area
until retiring in 1971. During this time, Blanche also worked at the
Greene Café and was librarian for sixteen years. Eldred Mather died
April 4, 1972. She was united in marriage to Samuel L. Crooks on June 9,
1994, at the United Methodist Church in Greene. He preceded her in death
on June 23, 1999. Blanche had many talents and enjoyed painting, needle
work, quilting, gardening, and growing and sharing flowers with family
and friends. Living family members include two sons: Paul (Loan) Mather
of Fort Washington, MD, Duane (Rose) Mather of Janesville, one daughter:
Marjorie (Neal) O’Brien of Greene; four step children: Ronald (Beverly)
Crooks of LaPorte City, Barbara (Robert) Lee of Rochester, MN, Ruth
(Allan) Jacobson, Joan (Harold) Meyer, both of Greene; twin brothers:
Francis (Lavonne) Beguelin of Bristow, Howard (Vada) Beguelin of
Estacada, OR, one brother-in-law: Ralph (Eugenia) Mather of Crockett,
TX; 11 grandchildren, 9 step grandchildren, and numerous great
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husbands, parents; one
sister and a brother-in-law: Doris (Harry) Ipsen; and a sister-in-law:
Dorothy Mehlan. Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct
memorials to the Blanche Mather Crooks Memorial Fund in care of the
family, P. O. Box 374, Greene, Iowa 50636-0374.
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| Doris June (Mortvedt) Harms
03/14/05
Doris
June (Mortvedt) Harms, 84 of Waverly, Iowa, died on Thursday, March 3,
2005 at the Waverly Health Center. Doris was born on January 8, 1921 in
rural Story City, Iowa, the daughter of O.A. and Margaret (Henryson)
Mortvedt. She attended school in the Story City area and graduated from
Randall High School. She then attended Waldorf College in Forest City,
Iowa and finished college at UNI (Iowa State Teacher’s College), Cedar
Falls, Iowa. She taught in Allison, Iowa and that’s were she met Albert
Harms. They were united in marriage on December 23, 1945 in rural Story
City, Iowa. As she returned to teaching, she taught 3rd grade in Shell
Rock, Iowa and taught kindergarten in the Waverly School System. She was
a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church; a longtime member of the Triple J
Club. She enjoyed ceramics, counted cross stitching and word books. She
is survived by her children and their spouses, daughter, Mary DeBower
and her husband Russell of Allison, Iowa; son, Ted Harms and his wife,
Jennifer Judson-Harms of New Hampton, Iowa; daughter, Anne Peterson and
her husband, Steve of Estherville, Iowa; eleven grandchildren, eight
great grandchildren; two sisters, Marie Risdal of New York, New York;
and Theola Clark and her husband, Ed of Portland, Oregon; one brother,
Walter Mortvedt of Mesa, Arizona. She was preceded in death by her
parents, her husband, Albert on May 31, 1992, one sister, Helen
Jacobson, two brothers, her twin brother, Donald Mortvedt and Ansel
Mortvedt. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2005 at
1:00 pm at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Waverly. Burial will be in
Harlington Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 5:00 pm to
8:00 pm at Kaiser-Corson Funeral Home, Waverly. Visitation will also be
held on Saturday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Good Shepherd Chapel
at the Bartels Lutheran Home. Memorials may be directed to Redeemer
Lutheran Church or to the Bartels Lutheran Home.
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| Henry A. Schipper
03/14/05
Henry A. Schipper, age 82, of Aplington, Iowa, was born the son of
Andrew and Lena (Johnson) Schipper on April 23, 1922, north of Kesley,
Iowa on his parents’ farm. He received his education from Ripley
Township country schoolhouse #8, near his home.On December 3, 1947,
Henry was united in marriage with Effie Mehmen at the First Reformed
Church Parsonage in Aplington, Iowa. Henry and Effie lived and farmed
three different farms, all north of Aplington, until they moved to town
in 1984. He continued farming with his sons until he retired in 1995.
Henry enjoyed farming and raising livestock, and his favorite tractor
was an orange AC tractor. Henry was a member of Bethel Reformed Church,
rural Aplington, where he served as an Elder and sang in the choir when
he was younger. He enjoyed camping and fishing. Henry loved music and
could play a variety of instruments including the guitar, harmonica and
the accordion. He especially loved spending time with his family and
grandchildren. Henry died on Friday, March 04, 2005, at the Maple Manor
Care Center, Aplington, Iowa, of natural causes. He was preceded in
death by parents; a sister, Anna Marks; and three brothers, George A.,
John A. and Andrew Schipper. Henry is survived by his wife of 57years,
Effie Schipper of Aplington; two sons, Merle Schipper (special friend,
Jeri Hoffman) of Aplington and Jim (Belva) Schipper of Aplington; one
daughter, Kathy (Rick) Penning of Wellsburg, Iowa; five grandchildren,
Ryan (LeAnn) Schipper, Todd (Jessica) Schipper, Carrie Schipper, Dean
Penning, Curtis (Cam) Penning; two step grandchildren, Zach and
Michelle; four great grandchildren, Ryleigh, Brayden, Keaton, Jaden;
three brothers, Harvey (Esther) of Aplington, Paul (Irma) Schipper of
Parkersburg, Iowa and Lee (Dorothy) Schipper of Aplington; four sisters,
Kate Aalderks of Kesley, Iowa, Helena Eilderts of Aplington, Grace (Don)
Huisman of Wellsburg, Iowa and Hattie (Edwin) Behrends of Wellsburg,
Iowa; two sisters-in-law, Jennie Schipper of Aplington and Alberta
Schipper of Parkersburg, Iowa. Funeral Services were held at 1:30 p.m.,
Monday, March 7, 2005 at the Bethel Reformed Church, rural Aplington,
Iowa with Rev. Scott Summers officiating. Organist was Becky Jungling.
Soloist Deb Essink sang “The Storm Passes By” and “Oh That Will Be Glory
For Me.” Congregational Hymns were “What a Friend We Have In Jesus” and
“How Great Thou Art”. Honorary Casketbearers were his great
grandchildren, Ryleigh Schipper, Brayden Penning, Keaten Penning and
Jaden Penning. Casketbearers were Ryan Schipper, Todd Schipper, Carrie
Schipper, Dean Penning, Curtis Penning and Zach Morris. Flower Committee
was Martha Johnson and Diletta Buseman. Interment was in Pleasant View
Cemetery, rural Aplington, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Chapel,
Aplington, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to
the family.
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| Howard Claire Early
03/14/05
Howard Claire Early, age 78, of Cameron Park Ca. passed away February
25th, 2005 at his home after a long battle with lung cancer. Howard was
the youngest of seven children of Vernon C. and Clara McNeillus Early,
and was born on September 5, 1926 in Dumont Iowa. He received his
elementary and high school education in Dumont. After graduation he
joined the Army, and shortly after leaving the service he married Rachel
Kramer. Howard and Rachel were blessed with two daughters, Nancy and
Steve Morris and Lynn and Bob Koenigs, all of Cameron Park. There are
five grandchildren, Jeremy Koenigs, Rebecca and Scott Armstrong, Ethan
and Karri Koenigs, Emily and Ricky O’Neal and Sarah Koenigs. There are
six great grandchildren; Payton, Aubrey, Lauren, Cameron, Ella and
Isaac. Howard’s sister Maxine Lundien of Humboldt survives as well as
brother Sydney and Alvena Early of Ackley, along with many nieces and
nephews. Sisters Kathryn Essman, Margaret Ray and brothers Donald and
T.M. Early predeceased Howard. Howard framed for a short time, and also
worked as an electrician, moving to Temple City Ca. with his family in
1957. He worked for 30 years at his chosen profession, building
elevators in many of the high-rise buildings of Los Angeles. He retired
in 1986, later moving to his home in Cameron Park, east of Sacramento in
the foothills of the Sierras. Services were held on Friday March 4 at
the Green Valley Mortuary with internment in the Veteran’s Field section
of the Green Valley cemetery. Howard left an indelible mark on his
family with his great sense of humor. He will be dearly missed. Snowline
Hospice was an incredible source of comfort for Howard and the family.
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| Don “Pat” Patrick Huber
03/14/05
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Don “Pat” Patrick Huber, age 64, of Clarksville, Iowa, was born the son
of Bernard and Mary May (Montgomery) Huber on May 29, 1940, in Waverly,
Iowa. He received his education and graduated from Clarksville High
School in 1959. Pat continued his education and graduated from Grinnell
College and received his Master Degree in Journalism from Columbia
University. On February 13, 1965, Pat was united in marriage with Silvia
Silva in Brooklyn, New York. They made their home in Brooklyn and Pat
worked for the Newsday Newspaper in Long Island. They moved to Miami,
Florida for a time where he worked at the Miami Herald. They returned to
New York prior to moving to Iowa. Pat and Silvia were divorced in 1978.
He returned to Iowa where he took over running the family owned Huber
Clothing Store in Clarksville. Pat owned and operated the News Paper in
Postville, Iowa.
Pat was a member of the Community United Methodist Church in
Clarksville, where he had taught Sunday school and had just come back
from a Mission trip to Latin America. Pat enjoyed woodworking, reading
and enjoyed watching Hawkeye Basketball, especially with his mother when
she was living. Pat died at his home on Tuesday, March 1, 2005, of
natural causes. He was preceded in death by his parents. Pat is survived
by his daughter, Heather (Maurice) Cogdell of Vienna, Va; and three
grandchildren, Julia, Brendan and Luke. Funeral Services were held at
10:30 a.m. Monday, March, 7, 2005 at the Community United Methodist
Church, Clarksville, Iowa with Rev. Ann Donat officiating. Organist was
Lola Clark. Congregational Hymns were “What A Friend We Have In Jesus,”
“In The Garden” and “The Old Rugged Cross.” Casketbearers were Steve
Clark, Leland Metz, David Clark, Wayne Rohlwing, Kenneth Vance and
Robert Borglum. Burial was in Interment Lynwood Cemetery, Clarksville,
Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home, Clarksville, was in charge of
arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the family.
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| Anna Lyn Souhrada
03/14/05
Anna Lyn Souhrada, 16, of Allison, Iowa, passed away March 5, 2005, at
the Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo, Iowa. She was born January 15,
1989, in Cresco, Iowa, to Todd Larry & Karen Leslie (Wright) Souhrada.
Anna was a sophomore at North Butler High School in Greene, Iowa. She
worked at Marians Cafe in Parkersburg. Anna was a member of Trinity
Reformed Church and the Trinity Reformed Church Youth Group in Allison,
Iowa. She was a wrestling and football cheerleader. She participated in
school play, vocal and band. She enjoyed fishing and hunting with her
family. Anna enjoyed shopping, music and spending time with her friends.
Anna was a happy person and loved life. Her smile and cheerful
personality was a blessing to her family and all that have known her.
She loved her family, God and her friends. Anna was a great daughter and
sister and she will be forever loved and missed by her family. She is
survived by her parents Todd & Karen Souhrada of Allison, four sisters
April Marie, Abby Jo, Aren Elizabeth and Alli Rae all of Allison;
maternal grandmother Jo Wright of Kingman, Arizona; paternal
grandparents Dalyn & Phyllis Souhrada of Lime Springs, many aunts,
uncles and cousins. Anna is preceded in death by her paternal
grandmother Mary Ellen Souhrada and maternal grandfather Robert R.
Wright Jr. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 9,
2005 at the Allison-Bristow Gymnasium with Rev. Steve Petroelje
officiating. Special music was provided by keyboardists Shirley Wubbena
and Sandi Meinders accompanying soloists Jerry Anderlik and April
Souhrada. The flower committee was Susan Reece, Jamie Holkan, Sandy
Cooper and Michele Shultz. Pallbearers were Lt. Todd Souhrada, ENS
Kirby, IS 1 Clausen, Sgt. Hicok, Trooper Ades, Trooper McKnight, Sgt.
Miller and LCDR Walker. Honorary pallbearers were the North Butler High
School Students. Final resting place was in the Saratoga Cemetery in
Saratoga, Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of
arrangements.
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| Lindsey Jo Harms
03/14/05
Lindsey Jo Harms, 15, of Clarksville, Iowa, passed away March 5, 2005,
at the Waverly Municipal Hospital in Waverly, Iowa. She was born August
18, 1989 in Waverly, Iowa to Allyn & Bev (DeBeer) Harms. Lindsey
attended kindergarten through 8th grade at the Allison-Bristow School
and was a freshman at North Butler High School in Greene, Iowa. She was
a member of Trinity Reformed Church in Allison. Lindsey played
volleyball, basketball and softball. She enjoyed her sports and dance.
Lindsey was always known for her beautiful smile, she enjoyed spending
time with her friends and family. Lindsey is survived by her parents
Allyn & Bev Harms and brother Brett of Clarksville; paternal
grandparents Edward & Ann Harms of Aplington, maternal grandmother
Dorothy DeBeer of Parkersburg; uncle Dennis & wife Sheila Harms of
Aplington, aunt Janice Harms of Wichita, Kansas, aunt Diane & husband
Rick Walker of Lockport, Illinois; cousins Valerie, Amanda and Ryan
Harms, Sarah Sikkema, Nick, Mandi, Molly and Morgan Koenen and special
friend Zack Merfeld. She was preceded in death by her maternal
grandfather Bruno DeBeer, and one cousin Stacia Sikkema. Funeral
services were held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at the
Allison-Bristow Gymnasium with Rev. Steve Petroelje officiating. Special
music was provided by Rick & Kelli Wangsness and accompanists Kendall
Obermier and David & Mary Smith and keyboardist Sandi Meinders. The
flower committee was Deb Dralle, Terri Roose, Deb Uhlenhopp, Michelle
Brace and Melissa Wunsch. Pallbearers were Troy Dralle, Mark Jacobs, Dan
Roose, Dennis Harms, Dana Uhlenhopp and Steve Koenen. Special Coach Beth
Endelman. Honorary pallbearers were Bradi Johnson, Stacey Uhlenhopp,
Jeff Mouw, Michelle Pothast, Kevin Clipperton and North Butler High
School Students. Final resting place was in the Allison Cemetery with
Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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| Simon Rindels
03/14/05
Simon Rindels, 94, of Charles City, Iowa, passed away
March 6, 2005, at the Allison Health Care Center in
Allison, Iowa. Simon was born August 24, 1910, in
Wellsburg, Iowa, to Reiner and Dena (Frey) Rindels. He
attended several country schools. Simon was married to
Lena VanHauen and to that union five children were born.
The marriage later ended in divorce. Simon later married
Lula Williams in Cedar Falls, Iowa. In his career Simon
farmed near the communities of Allison, Readlyn and New
Hampton. He later became a respected cattle buyer
throughout the middle and western United States. Simon
enjoyed raising pigeons and doves of which he won many
trophies. He is survived by his wife Lula Rindels of
Charles City, daughter Shirley Goebel of Colorado
Springs, Colorado, daughter Myrna Taylor of Minnesota,
sister Berdene Steer of Allison; eleven grandchildren,
eleven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, three
sons: Wayne, Ray and Vern; three brothers: Jake, Edie
and John, and one sister Martha Doeden. Funeral services
were held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 9, 2005 at the
Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in Allison with Rev. Jeff
Blank officiating. Final resting place was in the
Allison Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in
charge of arrangements.
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| Dennis Dale Rewerts
03/14/05
Dennis Dale Rewerts, 53, of Allison, Iowa passed away March 4, 2005 at
the Allen Memorial Hospital, Waterloo, IA of natural causes. On July 24,
1951, Dennis was born the son of Cecil & Grace (Evers) Rewerts in
Waterloo, Iowa. He attended schools in Shell Rock, Waverly and graduated
from the Allison High School. On November 26, 1971 Dennis was married to
Carol Smoot at Trinity Reformed Church in Allison. He worked for the
Iowa Department of Transportation since 1973 in the Allison Shop. Dennis
was a member of the Trinity Reformed Church in Allison. He loved his
family and his granddaughter Emy. He enjoyed working on his acreage,
playing horseshoes and being outdoors. Survivors include his wife Carol
Rewerts of Allison; daughter Jamie & husband Chad Osterbuhr and
granddaughter Emy of Nevada; brother Jim & wife Susan Rewerts of
Allison; sister Kathy & husband Steve Allan of Allison; mother &
father-in-law Linus & Margaret Smoot of Allison; brother-in-law &
sister-in-law Leon & Sheila Smoot of Allison and many nieces and
nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were
held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 7, 2005 at the Trinity Reformed Church
in Allison with Rev. Steve Petroelje officiating. Special music was
provided by keyboardist Sandi Meinders accompanying the special music
“Amazing Grace”. Pallbearers were Troy Dralle, Bob Edgar, Butch Groen,
Larry Schwab, Duane Prange and Butch Jacobs. Final resting place was in
the Allison Cemetery with Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home in charge of
arrangements.
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| Paul Edwin Koenen
03/14/05
Paul
Edwin Koenen, 61, of Bristow, Iowa, passed away February 28, 2005, due
to injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident in Wisconsin. Paul was
born on August 18, 1943, in Aplington, Iowa, to Rev. Peter and Jennie (Ostendorf)
Koenen. He graduated from Aplington High School. Paul was married to
Judy Klooster at the Bethel Reformed Church, rural Aplington, Iowa, on
August 14, 1964. Paul was a truck driver for the Shear Elevator in
Bristow, Iowa. He was a member of the Trinity Reformed Church in
Allison, Iowa, where he served as a Deacon. Paul enjoyed golfing,
snowmobiling, going hunting and fishing, he also enjoyed spending time
with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his
wife Judy Koenen of Bristow; son Steve and wife Charlotte Koenen of
Aplington, son Scott and wife Gina Koenen of Corona, California,
daughter Shelly and husband Dave McGill of Mount Vernon, son Shawn and
wife Milissa Koenen of Waterloo, son Seth Koenen of Cedar Falls, and
daughter Stacia Koenen of Cedar Falls; sister Vera and husband Rev.
Gerald Osland of Aplington, sister Inez and husband Bob Ketchum of
Belmond, brother Wayne and wife Judy Koenen of Mankato, Minnesota,
brother Justin and wife Elaine Koenen of Waterloo, sister Rita and
husband Dick VandenOever of Goshen, Indiana, sister Alda and husband Don
Frey of Allison, and brother Dennis Koenen of Aplington; seven
grandchildren: Nicholas, Mandi, Molly, Morgan, Wyatt, Cade, and Camden.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother David. Funeral
services were held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 4, 2005 at the Trinity
Reformed Church in Allison with Rev. Steve Petroelje officiating.
Special music was provided by keyboardist, Sandi Meinders accompanying
the congregational singing and special music “You Raise Me Up”. The
flower committee were Greta Eberline, Jody Cordes and Delores Hoodjer.
Pallbearers were Kirk Klooster, Evan Verrips, Tim Osland, Kurtis Koenen,
Kevin Ketchum and Kendall Koenen. Final resting place was in the Bethel
Reformed Church Cemetery, rural Aplington, Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral
Home was in charge of arrangements.
Posted on 03/15/2005 by
Gene Manning
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| Harold E. Shultz
03/17/05
A Funeral Mass for Harold E. Shultz, 67, of 501 South Kentucky, Mason
City, will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 2005, at St. Mary’s
Catholic Church, Greene, with Rev. Msgr. Walter Brunkan officiating,.
Burial will be in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Greene, with military rites
conducted by Tack Barnett Post 268, American Legion of Greene.
Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2005, at
Reid’s Funeral Chapel, 519 North First Street, Greene, where there will
be a Scriptural Wake Service at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue at
the Church one hour before services on Saturday. Harold Edwin Shultz was
born January 24, 1938 in Greene, Butler County, the third of five
children born to John and Ruth (Newbern) Shultz. He graduated from the
Greene High School in 1956 and enlisted in the United States Navy,
September 6, 1956. He served with the Mobile Construction Battalion
Seven. He was honorably discharged August 4, 1960. Harold was united in
marriage to Annette Burgess at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa
on, July 21, 1963. To this union two children were born, Kent Joel and
Craig Steven. Like his father and brother Jack, Harold worked at the
Oliver Tractor Company in Charles City until his accident in 1969. From
that time on, Harold resided in nursing homes in Knoxville and Mason
City, where he remained, until the time of his death. Although he was
unable to live with his family at home, he taught us many lessons about
courage and life, and throughout, never lost his sense of humor.
Harold’s greatest achievement in life was his loving presence in our
lives as a friend, husband, father, and grandpa. He enjoyed hunting deer
and pheasants and spending time with his family. Harold is survived by
his loving wife Annette, Mason city; his sons and their families Kent
(Sarah) Shultz , and their children Kaitlyn, Nolan, Mollie and Isaac, of
Osage; Craig (Kelly) Shultz, and their children Isabel, Amelia and
Truman of Chicago, IL; Two sisters: Barb Tarr of Phoenix, Shari (Donald)
Holtzee of Peoria, AZ, one brother; Robert of Phoenix, AZ. Harold is
also survived by a sister-in-law, Marilyn (Shultz) Schipp, of Waverly;
nephews: Gene (Patty) Shultz of Cedar Falls, Dan (Dixie) Shultz of
Ramsey , MN, Jon (Diana) Holtzee of Chicago; nieces Paulette Shultz of
Phoenix, and Jennifer (Dan) Draffkorn of Wadsworth, IL, and many great
nieces and nephews. Harold is also survived by one aunt, Muriel
(Newbern) Whitten of Staunton, VA. He was preceded in death by his
parents, a brother, Jack Duane Shultz; and nephew, Robb Tarr. Those
planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Harold E.
Shultz Memorial Fund, to be designated for the Hospice of North Iowa, in
care of the family, 380 South Yorktown Pike, Unit 20, Mason City, Iowa
50401.
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| Fred Herman Bakker
03/17/05
Fred Herman Bakker, age 80, of Iowa Veterans Home, Marshalltown and
formerly of Parkersburg, Iowa, was born October 8, 1924, the son of Harm
and Olga Ter Hark Bakker in German Township, Grundy County, near
Austinville, Iowa. He received his education in a country school near
his home. Fred entered the U.S. Army on January 18, 1946 at Fort
Snelling, Minnesota and served during World War II in Fort Brag, North
Carolina; Fort Lewis and Fort Lawton, Washington. He was honorably
discharged August 22, 1947. Fred was united in marriage with Johanna F.
Bergman on February 21, 1959 in the First Presbyterian Church in
Jefferson, Iowa. Johanna died March 30, 1977. He married Fern E.
Carpenter Lockard on December 2, 1977 in Waterloo, Iowa. Fern died March
15, 2002. As a teenager, Fred worked on a farm. He worked on the road
Maintenance Department in Grundy County for four years after getting out
of the Army. After that, he was a trucker and farmed northeast of
Aplington. He then went to work as a spray painter and supervisor for
Waterloo Register in Cedar Falls for seven years. Fred was employed at
United Hydraulics in Waverly and Hampton, retiring in 1975. Fred died
Monday, March 7, 2005 at the Iowa Veterans Home in Marshalltown, Iowa of
natural causes. He was preceded in death by his parents and two wives.
Fred is survived by two step-daughters, Sharon Bouchard of Waterloo and
Sandra (Michael) Miller of Omaha, Nebraska; one step-son, Dean Lockard
of Waterloo, Iowa; four step-grandchildren; three brothers, John (Trudy)
Bakker and Herman (Helen) Bakker of Aplington, Iowa and Marlyn (Renate)
Bakker of Cedar Falls, Iowa; three sisters, Alice Holm, New Hartford,
Iowa; Grace Merfeld, West Des Moines, Iowa and Okelene (Edward) Heuer,
Allison, Iowa; one brother-in-law, Clarence (Shirley) Bergman,
Parkersburg, Iowa; one sister-in-law, Ruby Witt, Iowa Falls and 17
nieces and nephews. Funeral Services were at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, March
10, 2005, at the First Congregational Church, Parkersburg, Iowa.
Officiating was Pastor Ron Bartlett, the organist was Jean Bass,
vocalist, Tom Teeple sang “Where the Roses Never Fade” and “Softly and
Tenderly Jesus is Calling.” The Casketbearers were the Parkersburg
American Legion Post #285 Members, with full Military Rites given by
American Legion Post #285. Interment was at the Oak Hill Cemetery,
Parkersburg, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home in Parkersburg was in
charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to the Parkersburg
American Legion Post #285.
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| Thomas H. Becker
03/17/05
Thomas H. Becker, 79, of Hansell, Iowa, passed away March 7, 2005, at
the Hampton Care Center in Hampton, Iowa, of natural causes.He was born
February 1, 1926, in Geneva, Iowa, to Frank and Ida (Dohlman) Becker. He
graduated from the Hansell High school in May, 1944, and attended
University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa.Thomas married Dorothy
Nelson on December 9, 1951 in Aredale, Iowa.He was a member of Hansell
United Methodist Church and also a member of the Dumont American Legion.
While dating Dorothy they enjoyed driving to the Surf Ballroom in one of
his cars that frequently changed colors. After serving in the Air Force
as a Pvt. 1st Class in WWII, he purchased the gas station in Hansell.
Although he worked long hours he enjoyed taking trips to Canada to hunt
bear, moose & wolves. Shortly after the birth of their daughter, Teresa,
he got his private pilot’s license and purchased a plane and went to
many flight breakfasts in the area. He purchased two farms north of
Hansell and continued to run the gas station and help at the farms as
much as possible. Dorothy and Tom also loved to travel first with a seed
corn company and then delivering new Winnebagos. His favorite
destination was Alaska since he had taken a month long trip there in the
early 70’s. After his mother’s health failed, he purchased her resort in
Longville, Minnesota and ran the business for ten years. He loved to go
to garage sales, and farm sales with his buddies and spending time with
his family and grandchildren. Thomas is survived by his daughter Teresa
& husband John Herold of Urbandale; three grandsons: Creed, Dirk and
Grae Herold all of Urbandale; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded
in death by his parents, wife Dorothy, sisters Wanda Harlan, Ethel
Boelkes, and Dorothy Burroughs. Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m,
Friday, March 11, 2005 at the Hansell United Methodist Church with Rev.
Sam Lee officiating. Burial was in the Ingham Twp. Cemetery, Hansell,
Iowa. Sietsema-Vogel Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Posted on 03/18/2005 by
Gene Manning
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| Daline Ann Nitcher
03/25/05
Funeral services for Daline Ann Nitcher, 70, formerly of 504 Courtland,
Greene, will be 10:30 a.m.Tuesday, March 22, 2005 at Reid’s Funeral
Chapel, 519 North First St., Greene, with burial in the Rose Hill
Cemetery, Greene. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.. Monday,
March 21, 2005, and one hour before services Tuesday, at the chapel.
Darline Bangs, was born January 19, 1935 in rural Allison, a daughter of
William and Nancy (Koopman) Bangs and died Friday, March 18, 2005 at the
Muse Norris Hospice Inpatient Unit in Mason City. She received her
elementary education in the Jackson # 17 Country School and graduated
from Greene High School in 1955. As a young lady Darline worked in
nursing homes in MarbleRock, Charles City and Hampton. Darline will
always be grateful to her son, Mike, for his faithful loving
companionship and the care he provided for her. . Darlines was a fan of
Elvis Presley and greatly enjoyed listening to his music and going for
rides. She is survived by her son, Mike Smith, of Charles City; two
brothers: Fred (Betty)Bangs, of Allison, and Robert Bangs address
unknown. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Donna Haar,
two brothers: Dean Bangs and Walter Bangs. Those planning an expression
of sympathy may direct memorials to the Daline Ann Nitcher Memorial Fund
in care of the family, 51 South Cedar Terrace, Charles City, Iowa 50616
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| Mabel Alene Wilke
03/25/05
Funeral services for Mabel Alene Wilke of 3 Clear Lake, formerly of
Greene, were held Wednesday, March 23, 2005, at Reid’s Funeral Chapel,
Greene, with Pastor Audrey Young of the United Methodist Church of
Ventura officiating. Burial was in the Rose Hill Cemetery in Greene.
Mabel Alene Hudson was born March 17, 1910, in rural Bennezette
Township, Butler County, a daughter of Oscar J. And Leta A. (Lockwood)
Hudson, and died Sunday, March 20, 2005, at the Oakwood Care Center in
Clear Lake. She received her education in the Bennezette No. 3 Country
School and the Aredale Public School. She was united in marriage to
Walter E. Wilke on August 11, 1931 at her parents home in Aredale. They
farmed in the rural Aredale until 1978 when they moved to Clear Lake.
Alene was a faithful member of the Aredale United Methodist Church and
played the organ for many years. After moving to Clear Lake she was a
member of the Ventura United Methodist Church where she was a member of
the United Methodist Women. Her other interests included sewing,
quilting, and flower gardening. Living family members include her son
Eugene Wilke of Kansas City, MO, two sisters: June Stewart of Washington
State, Wilma Hill of Clarksville; two brothers: Vernon “Mike” Hudson of
Sheffield, Lowell Hudson of Dumont. She was preceded in death by her
parents, two sisters: Erma Hudson and Doris Matson; four brothers:
Hillis Hudson, Fred Hudson, Carl Hudson, and Dale Hudson. hose planning
an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Mabel Alene Wilke
memorial Fund in care of the family.
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| Jean Nordmeyer
03/25/05
Memorial services for Jean Nordmeyer, 64, Greene, will be 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 24, 2005, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Greene, with
Pastor Gary Hatcher officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Hill
Cemetery, Greene. Ruby Jean Nordmeyer was born April 10, 1940, in
Lynnville, Jasper County, Iowa, a daughter of Charles Hoyt and Grace
Lenore (Fleener) Wildman, and died Friday, March 18, 2005, at the Floyd
County Memorial Hospital in Charles City. She received her education in
the Greene Public Schools graduating in 1958. She attended and graduated
from Upper Iowa University at Fayette two years later. On January 25,
1963 she was united in marriage to Frederick W. Nordmeyer at St. Peter
Lutheran Church in Greene. Jean worked in the United Telephone Company
office in Greene for several years, and later was church secretary for
St. Peter Lutheran Church. She was librarian at the Greene Public
Library for 23 years until her retirement. Music had always played an
important part in Jean’s life. For many years she sang for weddings and
funerals in the Greene area. She sang in the St. Peter Church Choir and
the Greene Community Chorus. Jean was a member and Past President of the
Mason City Chapter of the Sweet Adelines. In recent years she developed
a love for gospel music. Jean was an avid reader and enjoyed doing
crossword puzzles. Her greatest joy, however, was being on the dance
floor with Fred. She was baptized in April 1956 at the Lacey United
Methodist Church in Lacy, Iowa and confirmed a member of St. Peter
Lutheran Church on March 15, 1964. Living family members include her
loving husband, Fred of Greene, three daughters: Susan Nordmeyer of
Jacksonville, FL, Sally (George) Dixon of Charleston, SC, Sheri
(Everett) Collins of Rock Hill, SC, two sons: Mitch “Hoyt” (Marge)
Nordmeyer, Neal (Jacque) Nordmeyer all of Greene; ten grandchildren:
Lydia Collins, Daniel Collins, Kristopher Bolhuis, Stacie Bolhuis,
Whittney Nordmeyer, Seth Nordmeyer, Levi Nordmeyer, Landon Nordmeyer,
Logan Nordmeyer, Layton Nordmeyer; a sister: Joni (Joe) Cochran of
Searsboro, IA., and her step-father Jim(Marilyn) Nettleton of Greene
Jean was preceded in death by her parents and one sister: Judy Wildman.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the
Jean Nordmeyer Memorial Fund in care of the family.
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| Laura Burch
03/25/05
Laura Burch, age 87, of Grand Rapids, Michigan, formerly of Parkersburg
and Aplington, Iowa, was born the daughter of George and Tena (Huisinga)
Kramer on May 20, 1917, on her parent’s farm near Aplington, Iowa. She
received her education and graduated from the Parkersburg High School in
1936. Laura Kramer was united in marriage with Harold Burch on April 30,
1942. Laura lived in Parkersburg while Harold served in the United
States Army for the first five years of their marriage. Laura and Harold
returned to farm near Aplington following Harold’s discharge from the
Army. They then farmed between Aplington and Allison, and eventually
farmed near Shell Rock. The family moved to Parkersburg when Harold
became the town police officer. They later moved to other towns
including; La Porte City, Vinton, where she worked as a police matron,
Clarksville, Belle Plain and Cedar Rapids, Iowa. They moved to Aplington
in 1984 when Harold retired. Laura moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan in
1998, to be closer to her family. Laura was a member of the Calvary
Baptist Church in Parkersburg. She was a loving farm wife, mother and
homemaker. Laura was a very good cook and baker and her family always
appreciated the meals she prepared for them. She also liked crocheting
and doing embroidery. She enjoyed traveling with Harold to the Wisconsin
Dells, Branson, Missouri and visiting her daughter and grandchildren in
Grand Rapids, Michigan. Laura died on Friday, March 11, 2005, at the
Metron Forest Hills Nursing Home, Grand Rapids, Michigan, from Parkinson
Disease. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Burch in 1987;
her parents, George and Tena Kramer; one brother, Clifford Kramer; and
one sister, Irene Meyer. Laura is survived by one daughter, Delores
(Robert) Mulder of Grand Rapids, Michigan; four grandchildren and six
great grandchildren: Jolynn Mulder; Kim (Joan) Mulder, Lauren and
Spencer; Quentin (Cathy) Mulder, Colton, Rees, Grant and Davis; and
Collin (JulieAnn) Mulder. Funeral Services were held at 10:30 a.m.,
Tuesday, March 15, 2005 at the Calvary Baptist Church in Parkersburg,
Iowa with Rev. Anthony Bradseth officiating. Organist was Janet Johnson.
A Duet of Marcia Allspach and Janet Johnson sang “No Disappointment in
Heaven” and “Some Golden Day”. Congregational Hymn was “Beyond The
Sunset”. Casketbearers were Kim Mulder, Quentin Mulder, Collin Mulder,
Lyle Huisinga, Dennis Kramer and Wesley Huisinga. Interment was in Oak
Hill Cemetery, Parkersburg, Iowa. Redman-Schwartz Funeral Home,
Parkersburg, was in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be directed to
the family.
Posted on 03/26/2005 by
Gene Manning
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